Clinical trial for Menopause
Official title Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Women with Perimenopausal Anxiety
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06865066
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if an internet‑based therapy program is practical and can reduce anxiety in women going through perimenopause.
- Who it's for
- Women who are in perimenopause and experience anxiety.
- What's involved
- Participants will do weekly online therapy modules and receive feedback from trained providers, plus fill out questionnaires at several points.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about six months with weekly online sessions and questionnaires at the start, middle, end, and at three‑ and six‑month follow‑ups.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 to 60, women only
You may be able to join if
- In perimenopausal staging (as defined by the STRAW +10 criteria)
- Assigned female at birth
- Diagnosis of GAD according to DSM-5 by attending psychiatrist on research team
- Competence to consent to participate
- Ability to speak and read English
You likely can't join if
- Undergone CBT or hormone therapy within the last 6 months will be excluded
- Active psychosis
- Acute mania
- Severe alcohol or substance use disorder
- Active suicidal or homicidal ideation
See the full eligibility criteria
- In perimenopausal staging (as defined by the STRAW +10 criteria)
- Assigned female at birth
- Diagnosis of GAD according to DSM-5 by attending psychiatrist on research team
- Competence to consent to participate
- Ability to speak and read English
- Consistent and reliable access to the internet
- Undergone CBT or hormone therapy within the last 6 months will be excluded
- Active psychosis
- Acute mania
- Severe alcohol or substance use disorder
- Active suicidal or homicidal ideation
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 40 years to 60 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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